Peter Moores has spoken to the media for the first time since his sacking as England coach earlier this week.

Moores was relieved of his position earlier this week following a row with captain Kevin Pietersen, who has also stepped down.

Moores, caught briefly by a reporter as he left his house, told Sky Sports News: "It's been an interesting couple of weeks, let's put it that way."

He added that he hopes the team will soon put the recent turmoil behind him.

"I want to see a successful England team," he said.

Moores would not comment further when asked about his own future plans.

"I'll speak when it is time but there is a statement coming out shortly," he said.

Pietersen also released a statement yesterday saying that he intended to take a few days' break reflecting on matters before making any comment.

Pietersen and Moores both left their positions on Wednesday as their highly-publicised rift came to a head.